NHTSA recall 13V386000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder
Can-Am Spyder RT and 1 more
Reported Aug 28, 20138,191 vehicles affectedBombardier Recreational Products Inc.
The defect
Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) is recalling certain model year 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT series and ST series motorcycles. The tandem brake master cylinder manifold inlet may melt allowing the brake fluid to leak out.
The risk
Brake fluid may leak onto a heat source, increasing the risk of a fire.
The remedy
BRP will notify owners and dealers will install heat shields and a heat deflector, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in early September 2013. Owners may contact BRP at 1-888-638-5397.